Rochester Weather in October
Rochester in October sees moderate daytime temperatures of 15°C (59°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 67 mm (2.6 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
Rainfall in Rochester in October
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 10 days of rain, with 67 mm (2.6 in) average for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.
Temperature in Rochester in October
In October, expect moderate temperatures in Rochester, with highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.For Rochester itself, May, June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Rochester in October
The weather can be unpredictable in October, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.
What To Do in Rochester in October
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque5/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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Popular in October
Where to go in October - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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29°C (84°F) Orlando
29°C (84°F) Kissimmee
29°C (84°F) Destin26°C (79°F) Los Angeles24°C (75°F) New York City19°C (66°F) Big Bear Lake19°C (66°F) 
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